Silence

Silence: A Journey to the Core of Quietude

Written byErling Kagge

Narrated byAtli Gunnarsson

Length2h05m

Release dateSeptember 28, 2017

GenreBiographies & Memoirs, Adventurers, Explorers & Survival, Politics & Social Sciences

Languageenglish

★★★★☆ 4.5 (170 ratings)

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Author	Erling Kagge
Narrator	Atli Gunnarsson
Runtime	2h05m
Published	September 28, 2017
Rating	★★★★☆ 4.5 / 5 (170 ratings)
Categories	Biographies & Memoirs, Adventurers, Explorers & Survival, Politics & Social Sciences, Philosophy, Consciousness & Thought, Religion & Spirituality, Spirituality, Meditation, Travel & Tourism, Polar Regions
Format	Audiobook (Digital)
Platform	Audible

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About This Audiobook

Erling Kagge’s ‘Silence’ is a profound exploration of one man’s quest for tranquility in an increasingly noisy world. Narrated by Atli Gunnarsson with a gentle, soothing tone, this audiobook transforms theoretical concepts into personal journeys that resonate deeply. Through his travels and reflections, Kagge challenges listeners to confront the silence within their lives, making it both enlightening and reflective.

Tags: SilenceExploration of QuietudePersonal ReflectionsTravel WritingMindfulness

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Editor's Review ★★★★☆

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Atli Gunnarsson’s narration is the heart of this audiobook, with a measured pace that perfectly matches the introspective tone. His voice carries the listener through Kagge’s encounters with cultures that embrace silence, from Japan to Bhutan, offering insights into how these practices can be applied in our own lives. However, some sections feel slightly redundant as they revisit similar themes, which could have been streamlined for a smoother narrative flow.

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